FDA Bans Powdered Surgeon Gloves; Rule Takes Effect January 18, 2017

According to FDA, “A thorough review of all currently available information supports FDA’s conclusion that powdered surgeon’s gloves, powdered patient examination gloves, and absorbable powder for lubricating a surgeon’s glove should be banned. This rule applies to powdered patient examination gloves, powdered surgeon’s gloves, and absorbable powder for lubricating a surgeon’s glove. This includes all powdered medical gloves except powdered radiographic protection gloves” (81 FR 91722). Read the Final Rule or click to learn more about how we can help you with your medical device development challenges.